UCR Alumnus Darin Barton ('04) highlights his entrepreneurial journey, built on a strong work ethic. From EY consultant to diverse startups, Barton emphasizes resilience and learning business lessons. Now leading Tackle Box Management (cleaning service), this versatile "expert generalist" offers mentorship to UCR students, showcasing a career path rooted in service and perseverance.
Marking its third year and labeled “A Day of Learning, Leadership, and Impact,” UC Women In Business Leadership Forum (March 8, 2025) activities were designed to unite women across the UC system, and the event coincides with International Women’s Day and Women’s History month. UC Irvine and UC San Diego hosted the forum in the...
Eight student teams competed at the third annual UCR Women In Business (WIB) Case Competition on Feb. 22 organized by the student-run WIB within the A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management (AGSM). “The case study competition is a valuable learning opportunity for participants,” says Pooja Bhatia ’25 MBA, president of WIB, who helped organize...
The AGSM Graduate Talent Forum on April 2, 2025 was more than just a networking event—it was a launching pad for opportunity, insight, and connection. Held at UCR’s Alumni & Visitors Center, the forum brought together a dynamic mix of graduate business students, industry professionals, and top-tier employers eager to engage with the next generation...
Kyle Ingram was honored with the 2023-2024 Golden Apple Award for Business Administration Pre-requisite Courses by undergraduates, who were asked to vote for professors in whose classes they had the best overall experience in learning, engagement, teaching style, and innovative teaching methods.
The School of Business climbed 17 positions for its part-time Master of Business Administration, or MBA, program to rank No. 56 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 rankings of graduate programs in the U.S.
Many companies keep employee pay shrouded in secrecy while other employers make such information known to their workers. So, what are the impacts of compensation transparency?
By David Danelski (david.danelski@ucr.edu) | UCR News |
As one of three 2024-2025 UCR School of Business Executive Fellows, Kennedy is visiting the School of Business throughout the academic year to mentor students and share her expertise in finance: In 2005, Kennedy founded AmPac Business Capital, which is headquartered in Ontario, California.
Professor Sean Jasso of UC Riverside’s School of Business has spent 15+ years empowering students through global education and case competitions. He leads UCR’s travel programs, mentors winning business teams, and was honored with the 2023-2024 Shulman Endowed Excellence in Teaching Award. Jasso also established the Dr. Sean Drake Jasso Global Endowed Scholarship to support...
Matt Gerlach ’05 started in sales within the metal distribution sector right after graduation from the UCR School of Business, and as he attained a number of other sales leadership positions at varying companies, he grew ever more successful.
Aura Rivera ’24, director of admissions at Fusion Academy in Palo Alto, California, finds fulfillment in guiding families toward the right educational fit for their children. A UCR business graduate in marketing, she leverages strategic planning, leadership, and relationship-building to expand the school’s referral network and enhance community engagement. Her role includes social media management...
Sheetal Janala, a marketing professional with a decade of experience, pursued an MBA at UCR’s AGSM to advance her goal of becoming a global marketing leader. Drawn by its STEM-designated program and industry connections, she values its blend of analytics, strategy, and diverse perspectives. Actively involved in student organizations, she fosters networking by recruiting alumni...
UC Riverside’s AI Pitch Competition brought together 40 graduate students from 11 California universities to develop AI-driven solutions for real-world challenges. Teams participated in virtual sessions, submitted pitch decks, and pitched to judges on February 28. Winners included Project Hawkeye (UC Riverside) for software verification, AIVisionaries (USC Marshall) for AI workforce management, and RadyPMClub (UC...
On March 7, scholars from 5 universities explored cutting-edge research in management and organizational behavior at the Management Research Camp hosted by UC Riverside School of Business. The day included engaging discussions, opportunities for networking, and four featured presentations from renowned scholars.
Professor Sean Jasso, a dedicated educator at UCR School of Business, has spent 15 years leading domestic and international educational travel programs while also advising successful student competition teams. His commitment to hands-on learning earned him the student-voted 2023-2024 Shulman Endowed Excellence in Teaching Award. Jasso also established the Dr. Sean Drake Jasso Global Endowed...
"Stonegate: Managing Mental Health and Fostering Resilience" is a case study examining the impact of work-related stress, depression, and anxiety on a female manager's career. It emphasizes the critical need for corporate support systems and a culture that prioritizes employee mental health. The study highlights the connection between stress, mental health, and productivity, and offers...
On February 21, 2025, the School of Business hosted a one-day mini-conference focused on Operations and Supply Chain Management research. The event brought together leading scholars from Arizona State, Indiana University, Penn State, and the University of North Carolina to present their latest research and insights.
Marketing Professor Ye Li is recognized for his innovative and caring teaching methods, earning him multiple Golden Apple Awards. He creates a unique learning environment by playing student-selected music, memorizing student names, using daily class photos for attendance, and fostering communication through a Discord server. Li emphasizes active learning, encouraging students to listen rather than...
Manasa Savanur, a 2023 Master of Finance graduate from UCR, shared her investment expertise in a 2024 webinar, focusing on foundational topics like financial literacy, goal setting, and risk tolerance. As a senior risk analytics consultant at Wells Fargo, she bridges engineering and business teams, utilizing skills in Python, SQL, and Power BI.
With a $50,000 gift, the Vida Federal Credit Union has funded an endowed scholarship for local undergraduate and graduate students studying at the UCR School of Business and A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management.
